{"id":3109473,"date":"2026-04-06T07:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T14:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/?p=3109473"},"modified":"2026-04-06T09:18:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T16:18:58","slug":"startup-battlefield-200-applications-open-get-vc-access-techcrunch-coverage-and-100k","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/2026\/04\/06\/startup-battlefield-200-applications-open-get-vc-access-techcrunch-coverage-and-100k\/","title":{"rendered":"Startup Battlefield 200 applications open: a chance for VC access, TechCrunch coverage, and $100K"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Pre-Series A\u00a0founders\u00a0and anyone who knows a startup worth\u00a0funding,\u00a0this is your reminder. Nominations for Startup Battlefield 200 are open, and the strongest contenders are already stepping forward. If your startup was nominated, don’t stop there. Submit your application today<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

This is not just another pitch opportunity. You are stepping onto the main stage in front of 10,000+ attendees, top-tier VCs, and the global TechCrunch audience at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026<\/strong><\/a>. You are competing, getting live feedback from top VCs, and proving your company belongs.<\/p>\n\n

If you have been thinking about applying or nominating a startup, waiting is the fastest way to miss out. Founders who move early gain the edge with more time to prepare, more visibility, and a stronger shot at standing out to the TechCrunch editorial team.\u00a0Make your nomination and finish the submission by\u00a0applying<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

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Which startups should apply?<\/h2>\n\n

We\u2019re\u00a0looking for early-stage startups\u00a0building\u00a0ambitious, innovative, and potentially category-defining products. We accept applications globally, across all industries. Most selected companies are pre-Series A, with some Series A companies considered on a case-by-case basis. A functional minimum viable product (MVP)\u00a0and a clear product demo are\u00a0required.\u00a0Above all, we\u00a0back strong founders and ideas with real impact.<\/p>\n\n

This is the same stage where companies like Dropbox, Discord, Fitbit, Trello, and Mint made their early\u00a0mark.\u00a0See who else has made it big through Battlefield 200<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

Each year, thousands apply, 200 are selected to\u00a0participate, and 20\u00a0reach\u00a0the final round to pitch live on the Disrupt Stage. Only one champion wins.\u00a0Learn more and apply here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

\"Kevin<\/a>
Image Credits:<\/strong>Kimberly White \/ Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

What selected startups get<\/h2>\n\n